December 2015
Leader of the Jaish al-Islam Group Killed in Syria
Zahran Alloush, the leader of the Jaish al-Islam group, was killed in an airstrike near Damascus, significantly impacting the group's strength in the region. This…
80 Iranian Specialists to Be Trained in Russia for S-300 System
Russia is set to begin transferring the S-300 missile defense system to Iran in January 2016, training 80 Iranian specialists in the process. This development…
Russia to Provide Iran 'Over Two Billion Dollars' in Loans in 2016
Russia is set to provide Iran with a credit line of over two billion dollars in 2016, aimed at financing energy projects including power plants…
Russia to Begin Construction of Two Nuclear Power Plants in Iran Next Week
Russia is set to begin construction of two nuclear power plants in Iran next week as part of a broader agreement to enhance Iran's nuclear…
FIFA Bans Blatter and Platini from Football Activities for Eight Years
FIFA's Ethics Committee has banned Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini from football activities for eight years due to violations of FIFA's rules regarding personal interests…
Russia: Iran Must Withdraw Its Complaint for the S-300 Deal to Be Executed
Russia has stated that it will deliver the S-300 missile defense system to Iran only if Tehran withdraws its complaint from international courts. This ongoing…
Putin's Annual Press Conference: 'Statements More for Domestic Consumption'
Vladimir Putin held his annual press conference addressing various issues, including Turkey's downing of a Russian jet and the Syrian civil war. He indicated a…
Kremlin Denies Meeting Between Qassem Soleimani and Putin in Moscow
The Kremlin has denied reports of a meeting between Qassem Soleimani and Vladimir Putin in Moscow, which was initially reported by Fars News Agency. This…
Fars News Agency: Qassem Soleimani's Return Trip to Moscow
Qassem Soleimani traveled to Moscow to meet with Vladimir Putin and discuss regional issues following a previous meeting between Khamenei and Putin. This visit highlights…
John Kerry Calls for Alignment Between the U.S. and Russia on Syria and Ukraine
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry emphasized the need for U.S.-Russia alignment on the Syrian conflict and the Ukraine crisis during his visit to Moscow.…
Russia: Delivery of New Weapons to Syria and Participation in Ground Operations
Russia has intensified its military involvement in Syria, shifting from air support to direct participation in ground operations alongside Assad's forces. The deployment of advanced…
Rouhani and Putin Among Candidates for Time's 2015 'Person of the Year'
Time magazine has announced its nominees for 'Person of the Year 2015,' including Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and ISIS leader Abu…
Political Earthquake in France
The first round of regional elections in France shows the far-right 'National Front' party gaining significant political ground, potentially leading to Marine Le Pen's presidency.…
Putin's Assistant Announces 'Commencement of Delivery' of S-300 Missiles to Iran
Russia has begun delivering S-300 missile systems to Iran, as confirmed by a Russian official. This move follows a long-standing contract that faced delays due…
Putin Threatens Turkey Again: 'Economic Sanctions Are Not the End'
Vladimir Putin has threatened Turkey with further retaliatory actions following the downing of a Russian warplane, asserting that economic sanctions will not be the only…
The Political Campaign between Turkey and Russia and Its Consequences
The downing of a Russian fighter jet by Turkey has escalated tensions between the two nations, leading to economic sanctions from Russia and calls for…
NATO's Invitation to Montenegro Provokes Russian Anger
NATO has officially invited Montenegro to join the alliance, leading to immediate backlash from Russia, which views this as a threat to its influence in…
Erdogan: I Will Resign If Putin's Accusation Is Proven
Turkish President Erdogan has stated he will resign if Russian President Putin's accusations of Turkey buying oil from ISIS are proven true. The tensions between…
Putin: Turkey Shot Down Jet to Protect Oil Trade with ISIS
Vladimir Putin accused Turkey of shooting down a Russian jet to protect its oil trade with ISIS, a claim Turkey denies. The incident has led…